Research Priority-Setting In Papua New Guinea: Policies, Methods And Practicalities

Agricultural research priority-setting at best promotes the effective and efficient use of scarce research resources. This paper reviews firstly the priority-setting methods used in Papua New Guinea for agricultural RD (ii) long-term trends in crop production by sector (plantations or smallholders); (iii) the cost of production by sector and its effects on the long-term economic sectoral sustainability; and (iv) the potential impact of pests and diseases. Related issues of research capacity, remuneration, funding and administration are also explored. Conclusions are drawn about desirable research directions and the capacity of PNG to deliver appropriate R&D products.